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About Hammerhead Fred's

Hammerhead Fred's is a seaside staple in Panama City Beach, offering fresh seafood, indoor dining, and an outdoor pavilion—Fred’s Hangout—for live concerts and events. Located at 8752 Thomas Dr, this venue blends casual dining with lively entertainment, making it a go-to spot for locals and visitors alike. Seating is first-come, with no reservations, and the space includes both indoor tables and an outdoor concert area. Whether you’re grabbing a bite before a show or settling in for a night of music, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan your visit.

Parking in the area relies on nearby city lots along Thomas Drive, with general options in the surrounding streets. Bay County Transit serves the area with fixed routes and the Bayway On Demand service, typically operating 6:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. For a full experience, consider staying at nearby hotels such as Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront, Hampton Inn Panama City Beach, or Boardwalk Beach Hotel & Convention Center. We share affiliate-friendly hotel and restaurant suggestions below to help you secure convenient stays and dining close to Hammerhead Fred's. Live music at Fred’s Hangout features a mix of foamy Foam Parties during spring break, Rod Stewart Tribute performances, Thunder Beach events, and regular winter/spring shows—perfect for a night out with friends or family.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 8752 Thomas Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408
  • Venue type: seafood restaurant with indoor dining and an outdoor concert/pavilion space (Fred’s Hangout) for live music
  • Seating/chart: Public seating layout not published; no reservations offered; seating is first-come, with indoor dining and an outdoor pavilion
  • Capacity: not publicly published by the venue
  • Parking: no dedicated on-site parking listed publicly; nearby public parking exists (city lots near Thomas Dr), with general parking options in the area
  • Transit: Bayway (Bay County Transit) serves the area with fixed routes; Bayway On Demand available; service generally 6:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
  • Nearby hotels: Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront (15505 Front Beach Rd), Hampton Inn Panama City Beach (2909 Thomas Dr), Boardwalk Beach Hotel & Convention Center (9600 S. Thomas Dr)
  • Notable events hosted: Foam Party (Spring Break), Rod Stewart Tribute (Don Audette), Thunder Beach events, World Series of Baseball events, regular live music throughout the winter/spring season